Drug and Alcohol Counselor Training

The mission of the Associate in Applied Science Drug and Alcohol Counselor Training degree is to prepare students to work as a professional in the field of drug and alcohol treatment. After completing the curriculum, students can complete the Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association (IAODAPCA) certification exam.

Elective Courses

In addition to the listed general education requirements, students will be exposed to a variety of issues and counseling skills specific to the needs of the chemically dependent client. This training will provide employment opportunities in a variety of community mental health programs or other Illinois Department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse recognized chemical dependency programs. The core classes listed in this curriculum will also qualify as accepted continuing education credits for those students who are currently certified in pursuit of continuing education specific to the profession of drug and alcohol counseling.

It is the policy of this college that no person, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran's status, shall be discriminated against in employment, in educational programs and activities, or in admission. Inquiries and complaints may be addressed to the Vice President of Diversity, International, & Adult Education (Revised: February 2008).